Alright, fam, get ready to take a trip down memory lane and witness some major glow-ups! We’re about to dive into the incredible transformations of our favorite Barbie cast members. Let’s see how they’ve gone from rookies to real stars.
Margot Robbie
Margot’s debut in City Homicide paved the way for her impressive career, leading to Barbie. From Australian soap operas to Hollywood blockbusters, her journey showcases her talent and dedication.
Ryan Gosling
Ryan Gosling’s early days in The Mickey Mouse Club set the tone for his role of Ken 20 years later. We’ve all seen The Notebook and La La Land and know how talented and versatile he is.
America Ferrera
America’s big breakthrough came with Real Women Have Curves. Her journey took her to a role in Ugly Betty and beyond, and now she shines in Barbie. It doesn’t get any better than that!
Issa Rae
Issa Rae’s web series Awkward Black Girl laid the foundation for her role in Barbie. Her inspiring journey from YouTube to Hollywood is truly impressive.
Kate McKinnon
Kate McKinnon’s sketch show led to her performances on Saturday Night Live and her playful character in Barbie. Did we mention she’s a two-time Emmy Award winner?
Will Ferrell
Will Ferrell joined the cast of SNL in 1995. His countless iconic comedies have made him perfect for the role of Mattel’s CEO.
Michael Cera
Michael’s first iconic role was in I Was a Sixth-Grade Alien. Movies like This Is the End and Sausage Party have paved the way for his role of Allan – the often underappreciated friend of Ken.
Simu Liu
Simu Liu’s early acting days in Nikita led to his transformation into Ken in Barbie. His evolution as an actor is inspiring.
Helen Mirren
From her role in Herostratus to narrating Barbie, Helen Mirren has an impressive career. She has left an undeniable mark in Hollywood.
Emma Mackey
Often mistaken for Magot Robbie, Emma’s portrayal of Maeve in Sex Education made her role in Barbie even more exciting.
Ncuti Gatwa
We have pretty much the whole cast of Sex Education here! Fans recognize the iconic Eric from the Netflix show in the role of yet another Ken.
Ariana Greenblatt
Ariana’s early role in Liv and Maddie paved the way for her role as Sasha in Barbie. Her journey promises an exciting road ahead.
Kingsley Ben-Adir
Kingsley Ben-Adir’s journey from Vera to Barbie highlights his growth as an actor. His performances underline his dedication and potential.
Alexandra Shipp
Alexandra Shipp’s debut in Alvin and the Chipmunks led her to shine in productions like X-Men. And now, of course, she’s a Barbie.
Hari Nef
Hari’s breakout role came in 2015 as Gittel in Transparent. Alongside her Barbie appearance in 2023, Hari also appeared in The Weeknd’s The Idol.
Sharon Rooney
Sharon is best known for playing Rae Earl in My Mad Fat Diary. Before Barbie, she also appeared in shows like Sherlock, The Teacher, and more.
Nicola Coughlan
Nicola had various voice acting roles before she landed her role as a Barbie. In 2020, she was cast as Penelope Featherington in Netflix’s Bridgerton.
Ana Cruz
Ana’s appearances on Law & Order, Rescue Me, and more paved the way for her presence in Barbie. She also appeared in Greta Gerwig’s Little Women and a few episodes of Netflix’s Partner Track.
Emerald Fennel
Emerald’s journey from roles in productions like Trial & Retribution to her position as Midge in Barbie is marked by her versatility. She is also a well-known director and writer for projects like Killing Eve and Promising Young Woman.
Greta Gerwig
Greta’s evolution from Hannah Takes the Stairs to her role as the director of Barbie is inspiring and enduring. She also has Academy Award nominations for writing and directing.
Scott Evans
Scott’s path from One Life to Live led to the first love scene of its kind on a daytime soap opera. Later, Scott appeared in other TV shows, like Grace and Frankie and White Collar, and now he portrays Ken.